“The prospect of it, I am told, is causing them intense anxiety.”
As reigning monarch, he’ll play a pivotal role in his father’s funeral.
“It’s no more than what you would expect given the king has been diagnosed with cancer.”
When Elizabeth died, a solemn Charles led the funeral procession.
Furthermore, at Elizabeth’s funeral, Charles made a number of moving gestures honoring his mother.
It’s probable William will be tasked with penning a tribute to his late father.
But if the king dies, her role within the monarchy will immediately diminish.
The funeral will provide Camilla with an opportunity to commemorate Charles' eccentric personality.
The king is famed for his passion for plants and has even been known to speak to them.
His love of gardening, which Camilla shares, will likely manifest in his funeral arrangements.
These could be flowers picked from the gardens of Clarence House, the king’s official residence.
Camilla, Queen Consort, was seen looking somewhat awkward as she sang the words to her own husband.
The future queen consort’s role will largely revolve around supporting her bereaved husband.
Harry is expected to join the funeral procession along with his brother, William.
Despite playing a significant role in the funeral, Harry may have to leave his military garb at home.
He did, however, wear his medals.
In all probability, he will make a similarly understated appearance at his father’s funeral.
But while Meghan has always spoken fondly of the queen, she remains estranged from Charles.
Accordingly, only time will tell if she sheds tears for her late father-in-law.
Whether all of Charles' grandchildren will stand vigil at his coffin is dependent on when he dies.
Subsequently, a vigil may be reserved for the older children.
As such, George may also be given a bigger role in Charles' funeral.
She famously handed him a handkerchief as he wept for his late mother.
The princesses also made headlines when they mysteriously disappeared during their grandmother’s funeral.
